Google Inc. is in talks about a possible acquisition of Twitch, a fast-growing, live-video-streaming service, according to two people familiar with the matter.

The talks are at an early stage, and a deal isn't imminent, the people said. The potential purchase price couldn't be learned. Twitch also has considered raising additional funding instead of selling the company, according to one of the people.

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Google is in talks about a possible acquisition of Twitch, a fast-growing, live-video-streaming service, according to people familiar with the matter. WSJ's Rolfe Winkler has details of the talks and how Google might benefit from a potential acquisition. Photo: Twitch.tv.